Breaking down the Celtics roster

Sunday

The team that underachieved in the 2018-19 season will probably look different in the 2019-20 season.

BOSTON – The roster moves were kept to a minimum during the summer of 2018 with only three Celtics departing.

Greg Monroe and Shane Larkin were not re-signed while Abdel Nader was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

The Celtics began the 2018-19 season with only two new players, first-round draft pick Robert Williams and free-agent Brad Wanamaker.

This offseason may not be so quiet after the Celtics underachieved, winning just 49 games and losing to the Milwaukee Bucks in the second round of the playoffs.

There are three players who can opt out of the final year of their contract, most notably Kyrie Irving and Al Horford, and become unrestricted free agents.

Marcus Morris, who had one of the best seasons of his career, is an unrestricted free agent after two seasons with the Celtics.

Terry Rozier heads the list of restricted free agents and is joined by Daniel Theis and Brad Wanamaker, while the Celtics have to pick up the contract option on Semi Ojeleye by July 11 to guarantee his deal.

Six others have contracts for the 2019-20 season, including Gordon Hayward, Marcus Smart, Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Guerschon Yabusele and Robert Williams. Aron Baynes joins Irving and Horford as a player who can opt out of his contract.

The Celtics also have at least three first-round picks in the June 20 NBA Draft and that number could become four on Tuesday night if the Memphis Grizzlies drop out of the top eight.

Here’s a look at the status of the 14 Celtics:

PLAYERS WHO CAN OPT OUT

Kyrie Irving: All eyes will be on Irving as he decides whether to re-sign with the Celtics or leave for teams like the New York Knicks or Brooklyn Nets or perhaps one of the Los Angeles teams.

Things went sour for Irving as his second season with the Celtics progressed, and while they can offer him the longest deal and the most money, one has to wonder if this will be a match. Rumors persist about Irving teaming up with Kevin Durant this summer.

Al Horford: The soon-to-be 33-year-old Horford has had a solid three seasons with the Celtics after signing a four-year, $113 million deal. The Celtics have relied on his professionalism and versatility.

Horford is due to earn $30.1 million this season, but he could either look somewhere else or sign an extension with the Celtics for less money to keep him here a few more years.

Aron Baynes: The center had a rough season dealing with injuries, but he had a key role providing toughness on defense. Baynes is due to make $5.4 million if he stays, which he probably will.

“I love Boston,’’ said Baynes. “I love the coaching staff that we have here. I love the players around here. Boston has been great for me. I love being able to step out on the floor. I’m thankful every night I get to.’’

UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENT

Marcus Morris: Acquired in the Avery Bradley trade to free up salary-cap space, Morris averaged 13.6 and 13.9 points in his two seasons. After making $5 million, he is due for a raise, and it might be difficult for the Celtics to keep him.

RESTRICTED FREE AGENTS

Terry Rozier: He was one of the reasons why the Celtics made it to Game 7 of the Eastern Conference finals, filling in for Irving. But his role changed dramatically this season and Rozier was not happy. Look for him to sign elsewhere.

Daniel Theis: Another player whose role was altered in the crowded rotation. He may get an offer that sends him out of Boston.

Brad Wanamker: Signed after playing in Europe, Wanamker did not get much of an opportunity to play, but when he did, gave the Celtics solid minutes.

TEAM OPTION

Semi Ojeleye: He had his minutes reduced by five minutes per game, squeezed out of the rotation. The Celtics like Ojeleye for his defense and he should be back.

UNDER CONTRACT

Gordon Hayward: The forward will make $32.7 in his third year with the Celtics and has a player option worth $34.1 in 2020-21.

Marcus Smart: The guard signed a four-year deal last summer as a restricted free agent and will earn $12 million next season.

Jayson Tatum: The forward will enter the third year on his rookie contract and make $7.8 million.

Jaylen Brown: He can receive an extension before entering the fourth year of his career next fall. Brown will make $6.5 million this season.

Guerschon Yabusele: After doing very little the past two seasons, he will earn $3.1 million next season with a team option for the 2000-21 season.

Robert Williams: The center who was on the bench most of his rookie year will make $1.9 million

Jim Fenton may be reached at jfenton@enterprisenews.com. Follow him on Twitter at @JFenton_ent.

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